Best Greenworks Hedge Trimmers

Updated March 2019
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Greenworks
PRO 26" 80V Cordless Hedge Trimmer
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Brushless motors perform well on this cordless hedge trimmer.

Pros

Uses a 2AH battery (not included) that supports up to an hour on a full charge. DigiPro brushless motors. Gas-equivalent performance. 26" laser cut steel blades. Delivers power without the stink of gas and oil.

Cons

22" of cutting blade is less than stated 26". Heavy.

Greenworks
20" 40V Cordless Pole Hedge Trimmer
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This pole trimmer has a 20" double-action blade and a long reach to get higher branches and growth.

Pros

Uses a G-MAX 2AH, 40V Li-Ion battery system powers, which is compatible with other Greenworks tools. Comes with charger. 20" steel dual action blade. Shaft extension: 6' 6". 5/8" cutting capacity. Pivoting head adjusts to 3 positions for high, low, and hard to reach angles.

Cons

Must push 3 levers to make run. Shaft is weak.

Best Bang for the Buck
Greenworks
18" 2.7 Amp Corded Hedge Trimmer
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An electric hedge trimmer with a 2.7 amp motor for light duty that's close to a power source.

Pros

2.7 Amp electric motor. 18" dual action steel blade. Good maneuverability. 3/8" cutting capacity. Works well on bushes and shrubs. Cord lock prevents accidental unplugging. Works on pampas grass and other weeds and tall grasses.

Cons

Does not work well on branches over 1/4".

Greenworks
24" 40V Cordless Hedge Trimmer, 2.0 AH Battery Included
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A powerful cordless hedge trimmer with a 24" dual action blade.

Pros

Uses a G-MAX 2AH 40V Li-Ion battery. Battery compatible with other Greenworks tools. Charger included with battery. 180° rotating rear handle makes it comfortable to trim at different angles. 24" dual action steel blade. Blade offers reduced vibration. 2/3" cutting capacity. Works on bushes and hedges. Solid performer.

Cons

Cutting action starts to have difficulty with branches about 1" thick. Lower strokes per minute produces rough cut on bushes.

Greenworks
22" 24V Cordless Hedge Trimmer, 2.0 AH Battery Included
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This 22" hedge trimmer is said to cut through shrub overgrowth like butter.

Pros

Uses 2AH 24V lithium-Ion battery that is and compatible indoor and outdoor tools in the Greenworks line. Includes battery and charger. 180° rotating rear handle lets you adjust to multiple cutting angles. 22" dual action steel blade. Aluminum rail cover for storage protects blade. 5/8" cutting capacity. Works on bushes and hedges.

Cons

Cutting can be slow. Complaints about the battery.

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For detailed landscaping, Greenworks electric hedge trimmers provide excellent control and power and appeal to the eco-conscious consumer. Their corded models are lightweight, and their cordless models hold a decent charge and are more maneuverable. Their blades are on the larger side, making Greenworks hedge trimmers a good choice for homeowners with large hedges. Blades come in a range of lengths for a variety of plants and hedges. Some trimmers may have multiple handle positions for tricky angles and details, and all Greenworks hedge trimmers have moderately sized shields for your protection. Greenworks trimmers have dual action steel blades for tough and clean trimming.

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Greenworks

PRO 26" 80V Cordless Hedge Trimmer

Greenworks

PRO 26" 80V Cordless Hedge Trimmer

Brushless motors perform well on this cordless hedge trimmer.
$146
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Greenworks

20" 40V Cordless Pole Hedge Trimmer

Greenworks

20" 40V Cordless Pole Hedge Trimmer

This pole trimmer has a 20" double-action blade and a long reach to get higher branches and growth.

$148
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Greenworks

18" 2.7 Amp Corded Hedge Trimmer

Greenworks

18" 2.7 Amp Corded Hedge Trimmer

An electric hedge trimmer with a 2.7 amp motor for light duty that's close to a power source.

$0
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Greenworks

24" 40V Cordless Hedge Trimmer, 2.0 AH Battery Included

Greenworks

24" 40V Cordless Hedge Trimmer, 2.0 AH Battery Included

A powerful cordless hedge trimmer with a 24" dual action blade.

$0
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Greenworks

22" 24V Cordless Hedge Trimmer, 2.0 AH Battery Included

Greenworks

22" 24V Cordless Hedge Trimmer, 2.0 AH Battery Included

This 22" hedge trimmer is said to cut through shrub overgrowth like butter.
$91

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